Logistics & Online Orders Apprentice (36372)
THIRSTY SOFT DRINKS LTD
DUKINFIELD (SK16 4US)
Closes in 16 days (Friday 3 April 2026)
Posted on 17 March 2026
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Summary
Join Thirsty Drinks as an Apprentice supporting online order fulfilment, stock management, and shop-floor operations. You’ll gain hands-on experience in logistics, customer collections, returns processing, and general warehouse organisation.
- Wage
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£12,480 a year
- Training course
- Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Mon-Fri 10am - 3pm
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 13 April 2026
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Key Responsibilities:
- Processing and packing online orders accurately and on time
- Managing stock levels, including restocking shelves and organising inventory
- Preparing customer collections and providing excellent service at pick-up
- Transporting orders to delivery drop-off locations (if the apprentice can drive)
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised shop floor
- Handling returns and ensuring they are recorded and processed correctly
- Managing water bottle stock and ensuring availability for customers
Throughout the apprenticeship, you’ll gain practical experience in warehousing, logistics, customer service, and retail operations, working closely with experienced colleagues in a supportive environment.
How you will be supported:
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.
What will happen next:
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team.
You will then have the opportunity to find out:
- More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
- Any training you need to complete
- What the next steps will be
How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.
Where you'll work
VICTORIA WORKS
BARTON ROAD
DUKINFIELD
SK16 4US
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade A*-C/9-4)
- Maths (grade A*-C/9-4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
- Willing to learn
- Interest in manufacturing
- Able to follow instructions
- Reliable
- Good interpersonal skills
- Presentable
- Positive attitude
- Flexible
About this employer
Founded in 2007, Thirsty Soft Drinks has spent almost 20 years delivering high quality, great tasting and sustainably produced hydration solutions to the market.
Our facility includes a state-of-the-art blow moulding machine that allows us to produce bottles on-demand, reducing waste and increasing efficiency. With a mix of flavours, sizes and variations of products, we’re sure to offer something you’d love to try.
We pride ourselves on being a team first, friendly environment, and are excited to welcome new faces.
After this apprenticeship
Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000021527.
Apply now
Closes in 16 days (Friday 3 April 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.